What grades does Challenger Early College High serve?

As a High school, Challenger Early College High serves students in Hickory, NC. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Challenger Early College High located?

You can find Challenger Early College High in Hickory, NC.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Challenger Early College High?

At Challenger Early College High, there are approximately 24.1 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Hickory, NC?

Challenger Early College High is among the schools serving Hickory, NC. The school is part of the local school system.

NCHighProfile data from NCES 2023-24

Challenger Early College High — School Profile & District Info

High|Hickory, North Carolina|Catawba County Schools

Hickory, NC 28602

School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

362

Student:Teacher

24.1:1

Locale

Urban

District

Catawba County Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

47.2%

Phone

(828)485-2980

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

>=95%

Math Proficiency

>=90%

Graduation Rate

>=95%

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

1 courses offered

1 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

134 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

339 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

80 test takers

Athletics

6 sports, 6 teams

94 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 26.9:1

Worse than average in NC

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

365

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.2

Social Workers

0.5

Nurses

0.5

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$11,487

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,157

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$13,166

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 19%State 55%Local 26%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$261,610

+0.9% 1yr+39.6% 5yr

Hickory, NC metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

22.2%

Below 150% poverty line

5.2%

Unemployment rate

11.9%

Uninsured residents

12.7%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

2,231

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

2,076

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

624 (30%)

Speech/Language Impairment

548 (26%)

Other Health Impairment

320 (15%)

Autism

247 (12%)

Intellectual Disability

139 (7%)

Emotional Disturbance

36 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

376

Current enrollment

Stable(-5% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about Challenger Early College High

Challenger Early College High currently enrolls 362 students across High grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in NC.

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